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A letter from Lois to her parents, Donald and Elsie, giving a short update on the family, letting them know that the film and slides have arrived but not the dishes, mentioning that the family is up-to-date on their vaccines and Esther has been started on her recommended vaccines, noting that she and Morrell had recently been to the movies and seen "Three Ring Circus", describing how busy the clinic has been and how her Spanish is getting to the point that she can help explain things to the patients a little better, sharing that she is having a dress made, and asking if they can

A letter from Lois to her parents, Donald and Elsie, giving a short update on the family, letting them know that the film and slides have arrived but not the dishes, mentioning that the family is up-to-date on their vaccines and Esther has been started on her recommended vaccines, noting that she and Morrell had recently been to the movies and seen "Three Ring Circus", describing how busy the clinic has been and how her Spanish is getting to the point that she can help explain things to the patients a little better, sharing that she is having a dress made, and asking if they can

A letter from Lois to her parents, Donald and Elsie, giving updates on the children's development (Steed learning more Spanish and Esther's growth and behavior), mentioning that she made a large number of Christmas cards for relatives and baked cakes for their neighbors and local friends, asking how their New Year's was as the family and friends were rained out of their planned picnic, giving a short update on the clinic, thanking them for the photo, describing the local celebration of the day of the Kings, noting that they had their first Young Adult Class which Lois taught,

A letter from Lois to her parents, Donald and Elsie, giving updates on the children's development (Steed learning more Spanish and Esther's growth and behavior), mentioning that she made a large number of Christmas cards for relatives and baked cakes for their neighbors and local friends, asking how their New Year's was as the family and friends were rained out of their planned picnic, giving a short update on the clinic, thanking them for the photo, describing the local celebration of the day of the Kings, noting that they had their first Young Adult Class which Lois taught,

Leaf CI of the German Nuremberg Chronicle, with a large woodcut, colorized by hand, depicting Christ enthroned, surrounded by the Apostles.

Leaf CI of the German Nuremberg Chronicle, with a large woodcut, colorized by hand, depicting Christ enthroned, surrounded by the Apostles.

Summary: A translation of the Gospel of John into Nupe.

Summary: A translation of the Gospel of John into Nupe.

Summary: A biography of Bishop Samuel Ajayi Crowther.

Summary: A biography of Bishop Samuel Ajayi Crowther.

Summary: A brief biography of Bishop Samuel Ajayi Crowther.

Summary: A brief biography of Bishop Samuel Ajayi Crowther.

Summary: A brief biography of Bishop Samuel Ajayi Crowther.

Summary: A brief biography of Bishop Samuel Ajayi Crowther.

Summary: Prepared by Samuel Crowther, this is the second edition (first was 1857) of the first work in the Igbo language, a member of the Niger-Congo family. lt includes the basic orthography, phonemes, dipthongs, etc., of the language, reading passages, numerals (ordinal and cardinal), translations from the scriptures (Luke and Psalms), the Ten Commandments, and the Lord's Prayer. Crowther was the first African Anglican bishop in Nigeria. A Yoruba, he was born in Osogun and prior to conversion to Christianity was named Ajayi.

Summary: Prepared by Samuel Crowther, this is the second edition (first was 1857) of the first work in the Igbo language, a member of the Niger-Congo family. lt includes the basic orthography, phonemes, dipthongs, etc., of the language, reading passages, numerals (ordinal and cardinal), translations from the scriptures (Luke and Psalms), the Ten Commandments, and the Lord's Prayer. Crowther was the first African Anglican bishop in Nigeria. A Yoruba, he was born in Osogun and prior to conversion to Christianity was named Ajayi.

Summary: A grammar text for English speakers learning Hausa.

Summary: A grammar text for English speakers learning Hausa.

Summary: An account of the British missionary expedition down the Niger River from 1857-1859.

Summary: An account of the British missionary expedition down the Niger River from 1857-1859.

Summary: A translation of the New Testament into Yoruba.

Summary: A translation of the New Testament into Yoruba.

A scrapbook of photographs, newspaper clippings, programs, and decorations documenting the lives of Rev. Morrell Robinson, his wife, Lois, and their children, Morrell "Steed" Jr., Esther, and George, from their time at First Methodist Church in St. Petersburg, Florida, to their time as missionaries in Mayari, Cuba, and through their time in the Tampa Heights neighborhood of Tampa, Florida.

A scrapbook of photographs, newspaper clippings, programs, and decorations documenting the lives of Rev. Morrell Robinson, his wife, Lois, and their children, Morrell "Steed" Jr., Esther, and George, from their time at First Methodist Church in St. Petersburg, Florida, to their time as missionaries in Mayari, Cuba, and through their time in the Tampa Heights neighborhood of Tampa, Florida.

A letter from Lois to her parents, Donald and Elsie, describing their Christmas celebrations including Christmas dinner at the Milk's, a list of the foods that were baked and cooked and shared, and a list of the people in attendance, mentioning that they will attend a picnic on New Year's Day, discussing plans for the Sunday School class, thanking them for sending along the gifts from Lois' grandfather, and mentioning the dress that Morrell gifted her.

A letter from Lois to her parents, Donald and Elsie, describing their Christmas celebrations including Christmas dinner at the Milk's, a list of the foods that were baked and cooked and shared, and a list of the people in attendance, mentioning that they will attend a picnic on New Year's Day, discussing plans for the Sunday School class, thanking them for sending along the gifts from Lois' grandfather, and mentioning the dress that Morrell gifted her.

A letter from Lois to her parents, Donald and Elsie, noting that they haven't received their usual letter so she hopes they are alright, mentioning that all their presents are wrapped and the tree decorated in anticipation of the holiday, mentioning that she plans to bake the following day, describing how the Cuban families celebrate Christmas Eve and the day of the Kings (Jan.

A letter from Lois to her parents, Donald and Elsie, noting that they haven't received their usual letter so she hopes they are alright, mentioning that all their presents are wrapped and the tree decorated in anticipation of the holiday, mentioning that she plans to bake the following day, describing how the Cuban families celebrate Christmas Eve and the day of the Kings (Jan.

A letter from Lois to her parents, Donald and Elsie, apologizing for sending her letter late, describing how busy they have been as Christmas approaches, mentioning that they will be going to Holguin for the District Conference and that she would like to do some Christmas shopping there and speak to the Bishop about the clinic, urging them not to be concerned about the clinic finances as they have had many donations and are doing well, describing their plans for the church and clinic for Christmas including putting on a program and destributing small gifts, sharing about their family plans for

A letter from Lois to her parents, Donald and Elsie, apologizing for sending her letter late, describing how busy they have been as Christmas approaches, mentioning that they will be going to Holguin for the District Conference and that she would like to do some Christmas shopping there and speak to the Bishop about the clinic, urging them not to be concerned about the clinic finances as they have had many donations and are doing well, describing their plans for the church and clinic for Christmas including putting on a program and destributing small gifts, sharing about their family plans for

A letter from Lois to her family praising her mother for her typing skill, giving an update on Esther, describing the weather and the challenges the dampness has brought, giving an update on the family garden, describing how Steed has been doing and what activities he is up to, mentioning that the family has been invited to the Milk family home for Christmas dinner, insisting that the family is safe despite what may be heard about revolutionary activity in the area, and sharing her thoughts on the current political climate in Cuba.

A letter from Lois to her family praising her mother for her typing skill, giving an update on Esther, describing the weather and the challenges the dampness has brought, giving an update on the family garden, describing how Steed has been doing and what activities he is up to, mentioning that the family has been invited to the Milk family home for Christmas dinner, insisting that the family is safe despite what may be heard about revolutionary activity in the area, and sharing her thoughts on the current political climate in Cuba.

A letter from Lois to her family giving small updates on the whole family, mentioning that they spoke with Dr. Steward about the fundraising effort for the clinic, expressing joy at being able to return to work in the clinic, describing the weather and how the change in temperature has changed their daily wear, mentioning that she and Morrell have been invited to a public function organized by the mayor to celebrate a hero of the Cuban fight for independence, and sharing her thoughts on the revolutionaries who are fighting in the hills of Oriente.

A letter from Lois to her family giving small updates on the whole family, mentioning that they spoke with Dr. Steward about the fundraising effort for the clinic, expressing joy at being able to return to work in the clinic, describing the weather and how the change in temperature has changed their daily wear, mentioning that she and Morrell have been invited to a public function organized by the mayor to celebrate a hero of the Cuban fight for independence, and sharing her thoughts on the revolutionaries who are fighting in the hills of Oriente.

A letter from Lois to her parents, Donald and Elsie, expressing her relief at hearing their colds have cleared up, reporting that Esther has been suffering from a stuffy nose that might be caused by the damp weather, sharing what they did on Thanksgiving including putting on a nice service and a program on thankfulness by the Women's Society, informing them of a letter she sent to friends in Florida about the needs of the clinic and to ask for funds, and describing her work on a new dress and asking for pictures of dresses from the latest ladies magazines.

A letter from Lois to her parents, Donald and Elsie, expressing her relief at hearing their colds have cleared up, reporting that Esther has been suffering from a stuffy nose that might be caused by the damp weather, sharing what they did on Thanksgiving including putting on a nice service and a program on thankfulness by the Women's Society, informing them of a letter she sent to friends in Florida about the needs of the clinic and to ask for funds, and describing her work on a new dress and asking for pictures of dresses from the latest ladies magazines.

A letter from Lois to her parents, Donald and Elsie, reporting on the family's health, discussing the intense rains and changes in weather, updating them on the bounty of the family garden, describing a visiting minister doing evangelical work, giving an update on her own health and Esther's development, describing improvements in Steed's behavior now that he has adjusted to having the baby around and his own development.

A letter from Lois to her parents, Donald and Elsie, reporting on the family's health, discussing the intense rains and changes in weather, updating them on the bounty of the family garden, describing a visiting minister doing evangelical work, giving an update on her own health and Esther's development, describing improvements in Steed's behavior now that he has adjusted to having the baby around and his own development.

A letter from Lois to her parents, Donald and Elsie, giving a short update on the family's well being, reflecting on their growing Spanish skills, and discussing some of the activities she and Morrell have gotten up to without the children.

A letter from Lois to her parents, Donald and Elsie, giving a short update on the family's well being, reflecting on their growing Spanish skills, and discussing some of the activities she and Morrell have gotten up to without the children.

A letter from Lois to her parents, Donald and Elsie, apologizing for not writing for awhile, mentioning that she and Morrell have been busy with exams at the school, discussing Steed starting primary school and picking up a cold there that worstened to asthmatic bronchitis, sharing that Steed is really enjoying nursery/primary school, informing them that the family might be coming back to Florida for Christmas if they can arrange to be away from the church in Cuba, describing a chocolate cake she made, and letting them know that all is well in Mayari.

A letter from Lois to her parents, Donald and Elsie, apologizing for not writing for awhile, mentioning that she and Morrell have been busy with exams at the school, discussing Steed starting primary school and picking up a cold there that worstened to asthmatic bronchitis, sharing that Steed is really enjoying nursery/primary school, informing them that the family might be coming back to Florida for Christmas if they can arrange to be away from the church in Cuba, describing a chocolate cake she made, and letting them know that all is well in Mayari.